The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network Reference number REQ643916 Occupation Nurse Manager Work type Part-Time Location Sydney - East Salary Information $143851.1 - $146522.64 Closing date 08 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Nurse Mgr Gde 3
Remuneration: 143851.1 - 146522.64 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ643916
Location: Randwick
Applications close: Midnight on 8 March 2026
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives. As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
Join a team where your passion for paediatric care truly makes a difference. Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick — one of Australia's leading specialist medical centres for children — has entered an exciting new chapter with the opening of the Bilima Building in November 2025. This state-of-the-art redevelopment will enhance our ability to deliver world-class care to seriously ill and injured children from across NSW and beyond. As part of the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, our hospital provides a comprehensive range of paediatric and adolescent medical and surgical services, treating children with a variety of complex conditions. Located in Sydney's eastern suburbs and co-located with Prince of Wales Hospital and the Royal Hospital for Women, our campus offers easy access to beaches, amenities, and public transport. At Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, we put children first — always. You'll be part of a warm, supportive environment dedicated to improving the lives of children and their families.
What you'll be doing The Hospital Coordinator, in consultation with the SCHN Executive On Call, is responsible for the overall management of the facility (Children's Hospital Westmead (CHW) or Sydney Children's Hospital Randwick (SCH)) outside of business hours, providing leadership and support to the staff.
The Hospital Coordinator has a whole of hospital responsibility. This includes the operational management of patient access and care coordination and in monitoring associated KPI targets such as Hospital Access Targets and Transfer of Care (TOC). The Hospital Coordinator will manage all significant events outside of business hours in consultation with the nominated Executive rostered on call.
The Hospital Coordinator is responsible for the professional oversight of nursing and associated support staff working after hours, including the effective management of skill mix, the safe and effective management of nursing resources in relation to emergent leave replacement and associated Work Health and Safety responsibilities.
The Hospital Coordinator actively participates in meetings and relevant committees and contributes to the review and development of policies, procedures and strategic direction of the Nursing Services.
The position is required to cover the patient allocation role during the day Monday to Friday as required. The position requires working a rotating roster.
The position reports directly to the Nurse Manager Patient Flow and liaises with the Site Leadership Team, Clinical Directors, NUMs, department heads, admissions, ward nursing teams, clerical staff, medical staff, and allied health staff.
Eligible employees may access:
* Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
* Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time staff
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Fitness Passport
* Flexible Work Opportunities
How to Apply:
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
* A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
* Responses to the questions below:
1. Provide a detailed example where you have led/participated in a whole-of-hospital patient flow initiative which supported the achievement of Hospital Access Targets. Outline your role, the data that you utilised, how you approached stakeholder engagement, management and evaluation in this process, including how you embedded sustainability and accountability?
2. Describe a time you led a response to a clinical safety risk affecting multiple patients or services. What actions did you take to mitigate risk, how did you coordinate stakeholders in real time, and what were the outcomes?
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health's commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement. This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies